Mike Francesa is an American journalist best known for playing Co-host in Mike and the Mad Dog.
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Best Known For:The television program The Mike Francesa Podcast
Breakthrough:Co-created and hosted 'Mike and the Mad Dog' on WFAN, revolutionizing the sports talk radio format in 1989
10 Quick Facts About Mike Francesa
- Full Name: Mike Francesa
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Sportscaster
- Current Role: Sports radio host & podcaster
- Date of Birth: March 20, 1954
- Age: 72 years old
- Place of Birth: New York
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Rose Francesa
- Specialization: Radio Host / Radio Personality and Sports Journalist
Mike Francesa Age
Mike Francesa is about 72 years old as of 2026. Mike Francesa was born in 1954.
Education
He attended St. John's University, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Communications.
- St. John's University
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree
- Field of Study: Communications
Career & Work
Mike Francesa's career includes journalism and broadcasting roles with The Mike Francesa Podcast and WFAN.
Organization: The Mike Francesa Podcast
Role: Host
Period: 2022–Present
Organization: WFAN
Role: Radio Host
Period: 1887–2017
Details: New York, NY · Hosted legendary afternoon drive talk shows, most notably Mike and the Mad Dog.
Rise to Fame
Mike Francesa rose to prominence for his role on the radio program Mike and the Mad Dog.
Notable Works
- Radio Program: Mike and the Mad Dog (Co-host, 1989-2008) — One of the most influential and successful sports radio shows in American history
Awards & Achievements
- Marconi Award — National Association of Broadcasters — Major Market Personality of the Year
Mike Francesa Family & Relationships
Mike Francesa is married to Rose Francesa.
- Father: Michael Francesa Sr
Personal Information
- Full Name: Mike Francesa
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Sportscaster
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: March 20, 1954
- Age: 72
- Birthday: March 20
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces
- Place of Birth: New York
Family & Relationships
- Father: Michael Francesa Sr
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Rose Francesa
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Multiple Sources
Related Biographies
- Rose Francesa (Spouse • Wife)
- Christopher Mad Dog Russo (Colleague • Longtime Radio Co-host)
